[SOLVED] Which part should I upgrade?

[benda246]

Hi guys!

I would like to upgrade either my GPU or CPU but I don't know which one should I do.(maybe both?)
Current build:
M.b.:ASUS B150-A (Intel LGA 1151 socket)
CPU: i5-6500 3.6GHz turbo, 4 cores
GPU:MSI GTX 1060 6GB
PSU:450W

I would like to keep the current motherboard if I have to update the CPU.

 

[Koekieezz]

Hi guys!

I would like to upgrade either my GPU or CPU but I don't know which one should I do.(maybe both?)
Current build:
M.b.:ASUS B150-A (Intel LGA 1151 socket)
CPU: i5-6500 3.6GHz turbo, 4 threads
GPU:MSI GTX 1060 6GB
PS:450W

I would like to keep the current motherboard if I have to update the CPU.

gpu is still ok, i prefer upgrading to a i3 10100F + b560m pro4, better than buying an i7 6700/7700, having better upgrade path, and could OC the memory or run xmp speed.

 

[sizzling]

What psu do you have
What resolution and Hz is your monitor?
What do you want to improve, more FPS, better game settings or both?
What RAM? 2x8gb and what speed?

Have you done any testing in your games to determine if it’s the cpu or gpu limiting you?

 

[benda246]

What psu do you have
What resolution and Hz is your monitor?
What do you want to improve, more FPS, better game settings or both?
What RAM? 2x8gb and what speed?

Have you done any testing in your games to determine if it’s the cpu or gpu limiting you?

PSU: Corsair VS450
Monitor is 144hz
Both FPS and game settings
2x8gb 2133MHz

Have not done any testing, but in my opinion, it's the CPU that I should upgrade, just wanted to make sure and hear more thoughts about it from others as well.

 

[USAFRet]

Have not done any testing, but in my opinion, it's the CPU that I should upgrade, just wanted to make sure and hear more thoughts about it from others as well.

Any real change would mean new CPU/Motherboard/RAM/PSU.
Basically, a whole new system.

 

[Bob.B]

Hi guys!

I would like to upgrade either my GPU or CPU but I don't know which one should I do.(maybe both?)
Current build:
M.b.:ASUS B150-A (Intel LGA 1151 socket)
CPU: i5-6500 3.6GHz turbo, 4 cores
GPU:MSI GTX 1060 6GB
PSU:450W

I would like to keep the current motherboard if I have to update the CPU.

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What does not work to your liking and what is your budget?

 

[sizzling]

Quick test. Reduce your resolution to 720p and see if your ps goes up. If it stays about the same then it is most likely the cpu limiting performance.

The problem you have is the only upgrade path is a 6700/6700k/7700/7700k and these are usually way overpriced fo their level of performance. A cpu upgrade that will give a decent increase in cpu performance requires a new cpu and motherboard, you ideally also want to upgrade the RAM as 2133mhz is going to hold back any modern setup.

If upgrading the cpu, motherboard & RAM I would also change the psu for a higher quality unit. When you upgrade the gpu you definitely want a higher quality and most likely higher wattage psu.

edit as somehow it said gps instead of FPS 🤣

 

[benda246]

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PC Benchmark

What does not work to your liking and what is your budget?

Unfortunately, I can't access my PC until next week.

 

[benda246]

Quick test. Reduce your resolution to 720p and see if your gps goes up. If it stays about the same then it is most likely the cpu limiting performance.

The problem you have is the only upgrade path is a 6700/6700k/7700/7700k and these are usually way overpriced fo their level of performance. A cpu upgrade that will give a decent increase in cpu performance requires a new cpu and motherboard, you ideally also want to upgrade the RAM as 2133mhz is going to hold back any modern setup.

If upgrading the cpu, motherboard & RAM I would also change the psu for a higher quality unit. When you upgrade the gpu you definitely want a higher quality and most likely higher wattage psu.

What CPU, MOBO, and RAM do you recommend? Budget:400-500USD.

 

[sizzling]

What CPU, MOBO, and RAM do you recommend? Budget:400-500USD.

I’m UK based so best if someone in the US comments on best price. However I’d suggest looking at reviews of the i5 11400 or R5 5600X. The 11400 is usually the more bang for buck, the 5600X is the better gamer for the highest FPS but it comes at a price premium.

 

[Koekieezz]

What CPU, MOBO, and RAM do you recommend? Budget:400-500USD.

maybe 10700F or 11400F + B560M Steel Legend or Torpedo.

 

[Why_Me]

What CPU, MOBO, and RAM do you recommend? Budget:400-500USD.

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or ...

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Gelid Solutions Phantom CPU Cooler $36.99

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TEAMGROUP T-Force Vulcan Z DDR4 3200MHz 16GB Kit (2x8GB) CL16 $64.99

Total: $352

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Intel Core i5-10400F Review - Six Cores with HT for Under $200

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[Why_Me]

https://www.newegg.com/p/N82E16813144396
MSI MAG B560M BAZOOKA $139.99

or ...

https://www.newegg.com/gigabyte-b560m-aorus-pro/p/N82E16813145332
GIGABYTE AORUS B560M AORUS PRO $139.99

https://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=428310&CatId=11859
Intel CORE I5-10400F $146.44

https://www.amazon.com/Gelid-Solutions-Phantom-Cooler-Case/dp/B076KYYSRW/
Gelid Solutions Phantom CPU Cooler $36.99

TEAMGROUP T-Force Vulcan Z DDR4 16GB Kit (2x8GB) 3200MHz (PC4-25600) CL16 Desktop Memory Module Ram (Gray) - TLZGD416G3200HC16CDC01 at Amazon.com

Buy TEAMGROUP T-Force Vulcan Z DDR4 16GB Kit (2x8GB) 3200MHz (PC4-25600) CL16 Desktop Memory Module Ram (Gray) - TLZGD416G3200HC16CDC01: Memory - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

www.amazon.com

TEAMGROUP T-Force Vulcan Z DDR4 3200MHz 16GB Kit (2x8GB) CL16 $64.99

Total: $352

https://www.msi.com/Motherboard/MAG-B560M-BAZOOKA

https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/B560M-AORUS-PRO-rev-10#kf

Intel Core i5-10400F Review - Six Cores with HT for Under $200

Intel's new Core i5-10400F offers a large performance jump over the previous generation Core i5-9400F because of its six-core/twelve-thread design. In this Core i5-10400F review we also test the feasibility of overclocking through BCLK, or by relaxing the PL1 and PL2 Turbo Limits.

www.techpowerup.com

https://www.ebay.com/itm/203371799302
Intel Core i5-11400F $259.99

https://www.guru3d.com/articles-pages/intel-core-i5-11400f-processor-review,1.html